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Synopsis: A superb album overflowing with longing for AOR and West Coast sounds, and love for soul music! A mellow, sweet, and groovy masterpiece of blue-eyed soul from the Chicago-based 4-piece band The Devones, sure to resonate with Young Gun Silver Fox fans! Featuring string arrangements by Paul Von Martins, known for his work with Paul McCartney and Elton John, and contributions from Ken Stringfellow, known for his work with The Posies and R.E.M.! Formed in 2016, centered around songwriter Matthew Ajalap. The Devones, a Chicago-based band that openly cites influences from The Dramatics, The Isley Brothers, Leroy Hutson, Jamie Liddell, Raphael Saadiq, and others, have completed their debut album! From their debut single "Come Back / Think I'm Falling In Love," which showcases exceptional melodic and songwriting talent that would make Mama's Gun and Young Gun Silver Fox envious, to the album itself, this is a fantastic release that perfectly blends the uplifting energy of soul music with the Motown sound of Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, and the blue-eyed soul/AOR sounds of Todd Rundgren, capturing the golden age of the 70s! With approximately two years to release and 19 months spent recording, this debut album is a masterpiece, meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail! (See media reviews below.) A superb album overflowing with longing for AOR and West Coast sounds, and a deep love for soul music! From Chicago-based 4-piece band The Devons comes a mellow, sweet, and groovy masterpiece of blue-eyed soul that will resonate with Young Gun Silver Fox fans! (C)RS
